1998 Ford Cougar vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Cougar would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Ford Cougar. (128 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 549 kg more than 1998 Ford Cougar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Cougar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Cougar | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Cougar | Korando |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
